Plastics News has honored Dr. Karen Xiao, Vice President of Technology at Macro Engineering, as one of its Women Breaking the Mold for 2025—recognizing her as a trailblazer in plastics innovation and sustainability.
Since joining Macro in 2020, Dr. Xiao has spearheaded next-generation multi-bubble barrier and non-barrier film extrusion technologies, as well as custom winding systems tailored for high-performance packaging. With an impressive 32 patents to her name and the prestigious title of Fellow of the Society of Plastics Engineers, she stands at the forefront of industry transformation.
Her groundbreaking portfolio includes the world’s first 11-layer blown film die, a game-changer that’s redefining the possibilities of flexible packaging. By pushing technological boundaries, Dr. Xiao is driving smarter, greener solutions that are reshaping the future of sustainable packaging across the globe.